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West Island School is a part of the English Schools Foundation(ESF). We are the largest provider of English medium international education in Hong Kong - with our 22 schools being home to over 18,500 students from over 70 countries. 

Our almost 3000 staff are united by a single goal: to help every student be the best that they can be. Everyone, whether they work in or out of the classroom, spends each day working to deliver the very best education for our young people, so that they can go on to lead happy, successful lives.

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Principal’s Welcome

ESF West Island School is an extraordinary school. Strength from diversity sits at our core and this is evident in all areas of school life. ESF’s vision is “for every student to be the best that they can be” and we work tirelessly every day to ensure that this is the case. At West Island School, students are encouraged to “find their purpose, realise their potential”. There are so many areas of learning that students can engage in at West Island School and we give young people the opportunity to really find out what drives them in life. If you haven't visited us for a tour, please come and see why we love West Island School so much.

Read the full welcoming letter from our Principal
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Principal’s Welcome

ESF West Island School is an extraordinary school. Strength from diversity sits at our core and this is evident in all areas of school life. ESF’s vision is “for every student to be the best that they can be” and we work tirelessly every day to ensure that this is the case. At West Island School, students are encouraged to “find their purpose, realise their potential”. There are so many areas of learning that students can engage in at West Island School and we give young people the opportunity to really find out what drives them in life. If you haven't visited us for a tour, please come and see why we love West Island School so much.

Read the full welcoming letter from our Principal

Vision and Values

"Find your purpose, realise your potential" is a statement that will drive every decision we make and every experience we create to empower our students to try out different subjects, to embrace new challenges, to find the things that genuinely excite them. This statement strengthens the values we have always held. It works hand-in-hand with the ESF vision, which is "for every child to be the best that they can be", and it is perfectly underpinned by our school motto, "strength from diversity". 

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School History

Established in 1991, ESF West Island School has welcomed thousands of students through its gates, each receiving an education that empowers them to thrive in life.

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School History

Established in 1991, ESF West Island School has welcomed thousands of students through its gates, each receiving an education that empowers them to thrive in life.

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Campus & Find Us

ESF West Island School is located in the Pok Fu Lam area of Hong Kong. Our campus features outstanding facilities both inside and outside the classroom, supporting sports, science, design technology, the arts, and drama. Each classroom is purposefully designed to foster student learning—whether individually, in teams, or within larger groups.

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